Category: Common Toe Conditions

Toe fungus is an ugly and traumatic problem that can cause great pain in many people’s lives. Thankfully, there are many treatment methods that can be utilized to destroy it. One of the most effective of these methods is laser treatment. It is often used in cases where the fungal spread is too wide to […]

There are certain foot conditions and ailments such as a twisted ankle or a bruised toenail that can easily be cared for at home and usually won’t require any sort of medical attention. However, on the other end of the spectrum, there are also many foot conditions that are serious and should be addressed by […]

It is likely that at some point in your life if you haven’t already, you will look down at your feet and notice a toenail that might be black and blue or some other abnormal color. The toenails are incredibly durable, yet they are still susceptible to various infections and injuries. And if you are […]

So you have already been able to pinpoint that your pesky foot pain is caused by a fungal toenail infection. You even went to your doctor to get the infection properly treated. And yet still, you notice that your fungal toenail infection keeps coming back and you cannot seem to figure out why. In this […]

Have you looked at your toenails lately? Are they yellowish or white, brittle or thick? You may just think that your toes are ugly and be too embarrassed to wear sandals. Actually, you may be suffering from a toenail fungus. A toenail fungus is an infection. It is easy to acquire, often coming in through […]

Nail salons seem to present the perfect opportunity for many people to lay back and enjoy themselves for a few minutes of luxury in the midst of an otherwise stressful schedule. Having your nails done can be a relaxing experience–not to mention the fact that looking down pretty fingers and toes will be sure to […]

As the warmer weather arrives, so will the open-toed shoes and summer sandals. If you are a patient undergoing treatment for a fungal toenail or your nail is disfigured due to a trauma or injury, you may be dreading this time of year. At Great Neck Family Foot Care we have a solution: KeryFlex Nail […]

It’s estimated that 1 in 10 adults will get a fungal toenail infection or, as it’s known by its medical name, onychomycosis, at some point in their lifetime. The fungi that cause the infection are found in warm, damp places like public swimming pools, gyms, locker rooms, nail salons, and even in the carpet of […]

Most people don’t give their big toes much thought—until they are in pain and then it becomes all too obvious the big role our big toes play in everyday activities. If you have not recently injured your big toe but notice that it’s a little stiff and achy, you may be suffering from a condition […]